Taking over for a long-time head coach and maintaining his success is never easy, but John Constable, the head coach of the NSU’s women’s soccer team since January, is going to make the most of this opportunity he’s earned. He’s already beaten the odds and had incredible success at his previous program, Converse College in […]
Month: September 2015
Diary of a mad black woman: Racism post-Obama
Those who identify as black or African American knew that the election of Barack Obama as the President of the United States meant two things: one small step towards racial equality and one giant step towards the growth of racism. The minute word spread that he was running for president, racial slurs erupted and people […]
#relationshipgoals are #unrealistic
A hashtag has been trending in the social media world: #relationshipgoals. Together with this hashtag are pictures of couples positioned in fitness poses, traveling to the most exotic places and receiving lavish gifts―mind you, these couples are flawless, from their angelic faces to their perfect bodies. But these pictures don’t truly grasp what a relationship […]
Enjoy fall with food
Chilly weather, colorful leaves and the aroma of pumpkin spice in the air are all signs that fall is fast approaching. Well, maybe not in South Florida. Although Florida’s climate doesn’t allow for a few elements of fall, that doesn’t mean we can’t indulge in the greatest aspect of the season: the food. So foodies, […]
NBC highlights NSU
NBC-6 South Florida’s Adam Kuperstein will report live from the Don Taft University Center on Sept. 30 as part of NBC’s “Back to College Week.” Director of Public Affairs Julie Spechler said NBC will highlight key areas of the university and provide students with an opportunity to gather and celebrate what makes NSU unique. “Having […]
Athlete of the Week: Sydney Cook
Despite starting late, it didn’t take Sydney Cook long to discover her love for volleyball or her impressive talent. Last week, Cook, a senior, became the ninth player in program history to reach 1,000 kills in her career. A Miami native, Cook attended Monsignor Edward Pace High School, which is where she played volleyball for […]
Satire: Tropical storm party warning
Florida is officially under a tropical storm party warning as Tropical Storm Juanita gains strength in the Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center has cast the entire sunshine state into a frenzy as Floridians, North and South alike, prepare for the party of the century. The warning means that residents should expect heavy rain, a brief […]
NSU takes students on South Florida adventures
The Office of Special Events and Projects and RecWell’s Outdoor Adventures program will offer students exclusive discounted tickets with free transportation to popular events and locations in South Florida, also known as Sharks on the Scene. Graduate Assistant for Special Events & Projects Lorena Cabrera said that through this program, students will have the opportunity to explore South Florida […]
Tattoo tales
By Grace Ducanis and Stephanie Barrios Frequently, tattoos are more than just body art; they have personal, emotional meanings. They can be used to commemorate a loved one, celebrate a passion, remember an important truth or pay homage to one’s heritage. The stories behind tattoos are often as interesting as the tattoos themselves, and the […]
Maximize your macros
College students are infamous for living a luxurious life of ramen noodles, pizza and cheap Chinese takeout. As the lavish eating frenzies continue, students eventually gain the notorious “Freshman 15” and then must discover how to drop the dreaded weight without starving, going broke or losing sanity. In a health-obsessed society, there’s plenty of talk […]